Witness the emotional reactions of Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo as they receive Grammy nominations, leaving fans of Wicked in awe. The stars, who play the leads in the musical, were honored with a Best Pop Duo/Group Performance nod for their rendition of 'Defying Gravity'. But the surprises didn't stop there! The video captures the moment they find out, surrounded by their Wicked family in Paris, as they also learn that Cynthia earned a solo nomination in the Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella category for her powerful track 'Be Okay'.
Cynthia, with her four Grammy nominations and one win in 2017, is on the cusp of becoming an EGOT winner, just an Academy Award away. Ariana, with an impressive 19 nominations, has already claimed two wins in 2019 and 2021. The Elphaba star expressed her gratitude with a simple yet profound message on social media, stating, 'I don't have any words. These last couple of years have been beyond my dreams, and I'm truly grateful. Thank you.'
This recognition marks a significant milestone for both talented performers, leaving fans and critics alike in anticipation of their future achievements.
